Vasculitis in systemic lupus erythematosus

Lupus. 1998;7(4):270-4. doi: 10.1191/096120398678920082.

Abstract

Vasculitis frequently complicates SLE, is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, and its pathophysiology is poorly understood. In seriously ill lupus patients with vasculitis, immunosuppression should almost always be considered.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Autoantibodies / physiology
  • Humans
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / complications*
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / immunology
  • Vasculitis / etiology*

Substances

  • Autoantibodies
  • anti-endothelial cell antibody